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Children between the ages of 4-7 are dismissed from mass to hear the Sunday readings at their level, participate in activities that reinforce the Gospel message, and return to mass at the Preparation of the Gifts. This process is important for those younger members of our parishes to understand what God is calling them to. CLOW is held during the 9:30 a.m. mass at St. John & Holy Cross, 10:30 a.m. mass at St. Maximilian Kolbe, and 11:00 a.m. mass at St. Bartholomew. In order to offer CLOW in all of our parishes we need:

Church site coordinators who will develop a schedule for all of the CLOW leaders.

CLOW leaders who will lead the children in the readings and activities.

CLOW leader assistants who will be a second person in the room. This is a great opportunity for community service for a junior high or high school youth.

Training will be provided. Please prayerfully consider if God is asking you to this ministry. If you are interested or have any questions, please contact Kris Benson at 883-0334 x227 or kris.benson@portlanddiocece.org.

Children's Liturgy of the Word Ages 4-7 years oldThe Children's Liturgy of the Word is primarily worship and prayer for children. Children will leave the "Big People's" liturgy and experience a "Little People's" liturgy of the word. We will sing a seasonal Psalm and Gospel Acclamation, listen to the Gospel reading from the Children's Lectionary, participate in a children's reflection on the readings of the day, recite the "Little People's" creed, and offer prayers of the faithful. Then, we will rejoin the larger faith community for the Liturgy of the Eucharist. Children will grow in their appreciation of the Liturgical Year, the Sunday Gospel stories, and the rituals and responses associated with the Liturgy of the Word. This formation will help them prepare for their full initiation into the Church and to participate more fully in the Church’s liturgy.

Children's Liturgy of the Word is offered year-round at the 9:30 am Mass at Holy Cross, the 10:30 am Mass at St. Maximilian Kolbe, and the11:00 am at St. Bartholomew.